Honey Chipotle Chicken Bowl
This bowl layers juicy honey-chipotle glazed chicken with fluffy rice, roasted veggies, avocado, and a creamy drizzle. It’s smoky, sweet, and tangy all in one — perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or meal prep.
Prep time: 15 minutes
Marinating time (optional): 20–30 minutes
Cook time: 20 minutes
Total time: ~50 minutes
Servings:4
Ingredients
For the Honey Chipotle Chicken:
500g (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breast or thighs
2 chipotle peppers in adobo (minced) + 1 tbsp adobo sauce
3 tbsp honey
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp olive oil
2 cloves garlic, minced
½ tsp smoked paprika
Salt & black pepper, to taste
For the Bowl Base:
2 cups cooked rice (white, brown, or cilantro-lime rice)
1 cup corn kernels
1 cup black beans
1 red bell pepper, sliced and sautéed/roasted
1 avocado, sliced
½ cup cherry tomatoes, halved
¼ cup red onion, thinly sliced
For the Creamy Drizzle:
¼ cup Greek yogurt
1 tbsp lime juice
1 tsp honey
½ tsp adobo sauce
Garnishes:
Fresh cilantro leaves
Lime wedges
Extra honey drizzle
Instructions
Marinate chicken:
In a bowl, whisk chipotle peppers, adobo sauce, honey, lime juice, olive oil, garlic, paprika, salt, and pepper. Add chicken, coat well, and marinate 20–30 minutes (or overnight for stronger flavor).
Cook chicken:
Heat a skillet or grill pan over medium-high heat. Cook chicken 6–8 minutes per side until caramelized and cooked through (165°F / 74°C internal temp). Rest 5 minutes, then slice.
Prepare creamy drizzle:
Mix Greek yogurt, lime juice, honey, and adobo sauce until smooth. Adjust with a splash of water for drizzling consistency.
Assemble bowls:
Divide rice among 4 bowls. Add corn, black beans, bell peppers, tomatoes, avocado, and onion. Top with sliced chicken.
Finish & serve:
Drizzle with the creamy sauce, sprinkle cilantro, and serve with lime wedges.
Notes & Tips
For extra charred flavor, grill the corn on the cob, then cut kernels off.
Make it low-carb by swapping rice with cauliflower rice.
Meal-prep friendly — store chicken and toppings separately, assemble when serving.
Adjust sweetness by adding more or less honey depending on taste.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Can I make it less spicy?
Yes — use just 1 chipotle pepper and more honey for a milder, sweeter glaze.
Q: Can I use chicken thighs instead of breast?
Absolutely! Thighs stay juicier and are perfect for grilling.
Q: Can I make this vegetarian?
Yes — swap chicken for roasted cauliflower or crispy tofu, marinated the same way.
Nutritional Information
Calories: ~490
Protein: 34g
Carbs: 46g
Fat: 17g
Fiber: 9g